Eightcap
Exante
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Overview
Eightcap was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Australia, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Eightcap holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Eightcap serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Eightcap and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Eightcap | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 2009 | 2011 |
| Country | Australia | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Eightcap and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Eightcap has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $11700 at Exante). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Eightcap applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Exante does not. Overall, Eightcap scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Eightcap | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Eightcap offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Eightcap supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Eightcap | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Eightcap and Exante compare. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Eightcap | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Eightcap accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Eightcap uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Eightcap scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Eightcap | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Eightcap offers live chat; Exante does not, making Eightcap easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Eightcap scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Eightcap | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |